10 new horror movies that haunt you long after they end

Most horror movies are built for the moment, quick jolts of adrenaline, a few creative kills, maybe a nightmare or two that fades by morning.

But sometimes, a film digs its claws deep, unsettling you long after the credits roll.

Whether it’s a mind-bending concept, a haunting performance, or a genre-smashing story, certain horror films leave lasting scars in the best way possible.

Often, these films aren’t immediately celebrated, some classics were misunderstood at first, only to gain cult status years later.

Others hit like lightning, instantly redefining horror for a new generation. From genre-defying debuts to chilling franchise revivals, these recent horror gems are unforgettable.

Here are 10 new horror movies that will stay with you, whether you want them to or not.

Rebecca Hall delivers a masterclass in psychological unraveling in Resurrection. It's a slow-burn thriller that morphs into pure horror, exploring control, trauma, and madness in ways that linger in your bones long after the final shot.

Demi Moore stars in The Substance, a grotesque yet deeply emotional body horror tale that tackles obsession with youth and beauty. Visually daring and emotionally raw, it leaves you unsettled about your own reflection.

This Argentinian horror film is a brutal, relentless take on possession and evil spreading like an infection. It's raw, terrifying, and utterly hopeless — and you won't forget it.

Mia Goth stuns in Pearl, Ti West’s vibrant yet horrifying character study. Set against a Technicolor backdrop, it reveals how dreams can decay into nightmares, offering a terrifying portrait of a villain in the making.

Set in a near-future world where AI companions become chillingly lifelike, Companion mixes sci-fi with existential horror, leaving viewers questioning the nature of reality — and their relationships with technology.

MadS blends found footage, experimental horror, and psychological terror into one disorienting package. It’s less about jump scares and more about a pervasive, crawling sense of dread that sticks with you.

Jane Schoenbrun’s dreamy, neon-soaked nightmare explores the terror of identity and media obsession. I Saw The TV Glow isn't just scary — it’s existentially devastating, tapping into the horror of becoming unrecognizable to yourself.

A brutal morality tale, Sinners places a group of friends in an escalating series of horrifying trials. As secrets unravel, so does your sense of right and wrong and it’s that moral ambiguity that sticks with you.

Few horror movies are as deeply uncomfortable as Speak No Evil. This Danish psychological horror drags out social niceties until they curdle into terror, showing how politeness can be deadly.

This blood-soaked addition to the iconic franchise breathes fresh terror into a new setting — a crumbling apartment building. Evil Dead Rise is fast, brutal, and viciously creative, leaving images burned into your brain.